The company's purpose is to acquire and finance, as well as participate in, commercial and financial companies, and to finance, purchase and sell properties in Switzerland and abroad. The company may establish branches and subsidiaries in Switzerland and abroad, and participate in other companies in Switzerland and abroad, as well as conduct all business that is directly or indirectly related to its purpose. The company may acquire, encumber, sell and manage real estate in Switzerland and abroad. It may also provide financing on its own account or on behalf of third parties, and grant guarantees and sureties for its subsidiaries and third parties.